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Million Dollar Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells

A dreamy, delicious dish combining creamy Alfredo sauce, savory chicken, and cheesy goodness, perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
  • 1.5 cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 each egg
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
For the Pasta and Sauce
  • 20 pieces jumbo pasta shells for stuffing
  • 2 cups Alfredo sauce store-bought or homemade
  • Olive oil for tossing shells

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the jumbo shells until al dente, being careful not to overcook them.
  2. Drain the shells, rinse them with cool water, and toss lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined and creamy.
  4. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Baking
  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread 1 cup of Alfredo sauce in the bottom to prevent sticking.
  2. Fill each shell with the chicken mixture using a spoon or piping bag. Arrange the shells open-side up in the baking dish.
  3. Pour the remaining Alfredo sauce over the filled shells and sprinkle extra mozzarella cheese on top.
  4. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
  5. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley.

Notes

Perfect for family-style serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven with a splash of milk or extra Alfredo sauce.